- 1. What is the most common species of almond tree cultivated?
A) Prunus persica
B) Prunus dulcis
C) Amygdalus communis
D) Prunus armeniaca
- 2. Almond trees are best classified botanically as what type of fruit?
A) Drupe
B) Aggregate fruit
C) Pome
D) Berry
- 3. What type of climate is most suitable for almond tree growth?
A) Arctic
B) Equatorial
C) Mediterranean
D) Tropical
- 4. During which season do almond trees typically bloom?
A) Early Spring
B) Summer
C) Winter
D) Autumn
- 5. What is a key characteristic of Nonpareil almond trees?
A) Soft shell
B) Paper shell
C) Hard shell
D) Very small kernel
- 6. What is the typical lifespan of a commercially viable almond tree?
A) 50-75 years
B) 20-25 years
C) 5-10 years
D) 100+ years
- 7. Which of these is NOT a common almond cultivar?
A) Granny Smith
B) Carmel
C) Butte
D) Monterey
- 8. What is a common pollinator for almond trees?
A) Wind
B) Hummingbird
C) Butterfly
D) Honeybee
- 9. What is the general height range of a mature almond tree?
A) 50-75 feet
B) 5-10 feet
C) 15-30 feet
D) 30-50 feet
- 10. What shape are almond leaves typically?
A) Ovate
B) Lanceolate
C) Cordate
D) Palmate
- 11. The outer hull of the almond fruit does what as the fruit matures?
A) Becomes harder
B) Remains attached
C) Falls off whole
D) Splits open
- 12. Which of the following is a common disease affecting almond trees?
A) Powdery mildew
B) Brown rot
C) Rust
D) Black spot
- 13. What is the purpose of 'cross-pollination' in almond orchards?
A) Increase tree height
B) Decrease pest susceptibility
C) Improve nut set
D) Reduce water needs
- 14. What color are almond blossoms typically?
A) Yellow
B) Red
C) Purple
D) Pink or White
- 15. Which nutrient is crucial for almond tree growth and nut development?
A) Nitrogen
B) Chlorine
C) Calcium
D) Sodium
- 16. What is the term for removing dead or diseased branches from an almond tree?
A) Fertilizing
B) Mulching
C) Grafting
D) Pruning
- 17. What is the primary factor differentiating almond varieties?
A) Nut Characteristics
B) Root Depth
C) Leaf Shape
D) Bark Color
- 18. What is the name of the process where a section of one tree is attached to another?
A) Cloning
B) Grafting
C) Pollination
D) Budding
- 19. At what age do almond trees usually begin to produce a substantial crop?
A) 10+ years
B) 6-8 years
C) 1-2 years
D) 3-5 years
- 20. Which continent is the largest producer of almonds?
A) Europe
B) North America
C) South America
D) Asia
- 21. What part of the almond fruit is the edible portion?
A) The shell
B) The seed
C) The stem
D) The hull
- 22. What is a key indicator of an almond tree lacking sufficient water?
A) Thicker bark
B) Faster growth rate
C) Leaf wilting
D) Increased blossom production
- 23. What is the name of the almond variety known for its late bloom time?
A) Nonpareil
B) Butte
C) Fritz
D) Carmel
- 24. Which pest is particularly damaging to almond crops?
A) Whiteflies
B) Navel Orangeworm
C) Spider mites
D) Aphids
- 25. What type of soil is generally best suited for almond tree cultivation?
A) Heavy clay
B) Well-drained loam
C) Silty soil
D) Sandy soil
- 26. How can you identify a young almond tree sapling?
A) Smooth bark
B) Thick branches
C) Rough bark
D) Presence of almonds
- 27. What is the purpose of hulling almonds after harvest?
A) Sort by size
B) Remove the outer layer
C) Dry the almonds
D) Crack the shells
- 28. Why is proper spacing between almond trees important in an orchard?
A) Reduced water usage
B) Faster growth rate
C) Easier pest control
D) Light and air circulation
- 29. What is a potential consequence of over-fertilizing almond trees?
A) Salt buildup
B) Stronger branches
C) Increased yield
D) Earlier blooming
- 30. Which characteristic is used to categorize almonds for market purposes?
A) Bark texture
B) Tree height
C) Size
D) Leaf color
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